Introduction
Explore STEM at HKUST
STEM, encompassing the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, plays a crucial role in shaping our society and rapidly transforming our way of living. To confront the complex challenges of the present day, the application of interdisciplinary knowledge to innovate and solve problems is essential, thus applying the knowledge of STEM becomes one of the 21st-century skills. This year, Center for Global & Community Engagement of School of Engineering of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is hosting STEM Day, providing a unique STEM learning experience. Activities include the STEM competition experiences, the Dream Team Hub displays, booths, DIY corners and workshops.
We warmly welcome teachers and students from primary and secondary schools to join us at HKUST and step into the world of STEM!
STEM Day Activities
STEM for Everyone
A wide spectrum of activities is available to the public, which include talks, experiences, Dream Team Hub displays, booths and DIY corners.
- Talks: There is an opening talk in the morning and STEM competition information sessions in the afternoon. The STEM competition information sessions will provide an introduction to the three major STEM competitions: the Underwater Robot Competition and the Robot Explorer Cup organized by the Center for Global & Community Engagement, and the Bright Future Cup organized by the Academy for Bright Future Young Engineers.
- STEM Competition Experiences: Get a taste of three major STEM competitions. Learn about our Underwater Robot Competition, where participants control a diving robot to carry out specific missions. Also, be introduced to the Robot Explorer Cup, where participants navigate a robot through the game field of the 2nd Robot Explorer Cup. In addition, we also have the Bright Future Cup, which features team-based soccer matches using soccer robots.
- Dream Team Hub Displays: The Dream Team Hub at HKUST gathers a group of elite student teams who represent HKUST to participate in local and international STEM-related competitions. On STEM Day, they will display related designs and techniques.
- Booths: There are interactive games that require STEM knowledge and use Micro:bit. And don't forget to visit the booth featuring robot performance.
- DIY Corners: Participants can get hands-on experience by making their own STEM crafts.
STEM for Students
STEM Day features workshops specially designed for students, offering them the chance to personally experience the importance and enjoyment of STEM. These workshops are free to attend, but they require prior registration coordinated on a school basis(see HERE).As students delve into these workshops, teachers may stay with their students or participate in our concurrent STEM competition information sessions.
The Three Major STEM Competitions
The Underwater Robot Competition and the Robot Explorer Cup are organized by the Center for Global & Community Engagement. And the Bright Future Cup is organized by the Academy for Bright Future Young Engineers.
